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Le Petit Cours du Rocher - Rue du Rocher

France, Paris

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The school at a glance
Instructs in French, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 11 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1953
Bus Service No
Part of
Le Petit Cours du Rocher
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum
Taught languages French, English
Strengths STEM, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction

Le Petit Cours du Rocher is a private bilingual school in Paris serving children from age 2 to 11. Founded in 1953, it operates two campuses in Paris and offers a bilingual immersion program with 50% instruction in French and 50% in English, taught by native language specialists. The curriculum blends the aims of the French Education Nationale with the British Curriculum, and mathematics follows the Singapore Math Method from preschool through CM2, with concepts introduced in the morning and revisited in other language. English is taught by a native speaker while other subjects are delivered in both languages. The school emphasizes well-being and small class sizes—typically about 20 students per level—supported by staff trained in Positive Discipline. On-site FabLab supports STEM learning, including Engineering for Kids, and coding begins in Year 1. Hours are 8:30 am to 5:45 pm, with a family-like atmosphere and festive celebrations for families alike.

This campus is part of Le Petit Cours du Rocher

53 Rue du Rocher, 75008 Paris, France

The Essentials

Le Petit Cours du Rocher - Rue du Rocher has instruction in French, English.

Location
Locations: Le Petit Cours du Rocher operates two campuses in Paris: 53 Rue du Rocher, 75008 Paris, and 230 Rue Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008 Paris. Both are located in central Paris in the 8th arrondissement.

Stages
Levels: Preschool (prematernelle), kindergarten (maternelle) and primary. Rue du Rocher is a bilingual preschool campus; Faubourg Saint-Honoré provides a bilingual preschool and primary program. Bilingual immersion is 50/50 French/English, delivered by native teachers.

Type
Private bilingual school offering French-English education, founded in 1953. It operates two campuses in Paris.

Country affiliation
France

School day structure
The day runs from 8:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school does not require uniforms.

Food Options
Lunch is provided by a specialized artisanal caterer, designed by a dietician, with 50% organic ingredients. Lunch boxes are accepted, with allergy protocols; lunches are eaten in the cafeteria on a class-by-class basis.

Governance and Ownership
The school is private, independent, and secular.
Fees
Application fees

- No publicly posted, official application or registration fee amount is available for the current academic year on the school's public pages.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- The school does not publish a detailed fee schedule by year group or per term on its publicly accessible pages. No official per-term or per-year tuition figures for each class (pre‑nursery / nursery / kindergarten / primary) are posted.
- A recent third‑party education article lists an estimated annual tuition figure of EUR 7,640 for Le Petit Cours du Rocher (presented as an external estimate rather than an official school figure). This is a third‑party published estimate and not an official school tariff.
- Other independent school listings place the school within a mid-range category for Paris bilingual maternelles (annual tuition categories rather than precise school-published amounts). These are summary classifications and not official, itemised fee tables.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- No publicly posted billing schedule (termly/annual instalments, due dates, deposit amounts, re‑enrolment fees) or formal payment terms are available on the school's public pages.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable. Le Petit Cours du Rocher operates as a day bilingual preschool/kindergarten/primary school with daily opening hours and after‑school care; there is no boarding provision described.

Other costs and fees

- Extra‑curricular activities (Wednesday Club, Kids' Corner, Engineering for Kids, language initiation, choir, sports, etc.) are organised outside the taught programme and are explicitly stated as not included in the school's tuition. These activities are billed separately.
- Lunch and catering: lunches are prepared by an external caterer with menus designed by a dietician and approximately 50% organic ingredients. The school accepts lunch boxes; whether lunch is included in tuition or charged separately is not published.
- Uniforms: the school states that students do not wear uniforms; there is therefore no uniform purchase requirement.
- After‑school care / garderie: after‑school care and supervised study are offered; the school describes these services but does not publish separate fees for them on public pages.

Refund information

- No publicly available refund or withdrawal policy (refund of deposits, pro‑rata tuition refunds, or conditions for fee reimbursement) is published on the school's public pages.

Fee payment options

- The school's public pages do not list accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cheque) or banking details.

Practical contact details for fee enquiries (for inclusion in a database)

- Le Petit Cours du Rocher – Rue du Rocher: 53 rue du Rocher, 75008 Paris. Phone: +33 (1)45 22 40 59. Email: rocher@petitcoursdurocher.com.
- Le Petit Cours du Rocher – Faubourg St‑Honoré: 230 rue Faubourg Saint‑Honoré, 75008 Paris. Phone: +33 (1)80 98 46 55. Email: saint.honore@petitcoursdurocher.com.

Brief note on availability of precise amounts

- The school's public pages do not contain an itemised fee schedule for the current academic year (application fee, per‑year / per‑term tuition by year group, billing calendar, payment methods, refund rules). The only specific numeric reference located in public sources is a third‑party estimate of annual tuition (EUR 7,640) published by an education article; this should be treated as an external estimate rather than an official school fee.
Academics

Le Petit Cours du Rocher - Rue du Rocher teaches Bespoke Curriculum, French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 11.

Curriculum
The school serves preschool (2 to 3 years), Nursery (3 to 6 years) and Primary (6 to 11 years). The curriculum is bilingual French-English with 50% instruction in French and 50% in English by native teachers. The curriculum combines the objectives of the French Education Nationale and the British Curriculum. English instruction is exclusively led by a native English teacher, while other subjects are taught in both French and English. Mathematics uses the Singapore Math Method from preschool through CM2, with the morning teacher introducing concepts and the afternoon teacher reviewing them in their language. The on-site FabLab offers 'Engineering for Kids' activities and coding courses start from Year 1. The teaching staff are trained in Positive Discipline, and the well-being of students and teachers is emphasized, fostering a family-like atmosphere.

Gifted and Talented
Coding courses starting from Year 1. The FabLab provides 'Engineering for Kids' activities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Le Petit Cours du Rocher places the well‑being of children and teachers at the center of its educational approach. The school offers bilingual immersion education with a 50/50 French and English curriculum taught by native English‑speaking teachers. The environment is described as supportive and family‑like, with staff trained in Positive Discipline to support students' social and emotional development. The program blends traditional and innovative elements and includes festive celebrations that foster community and belonging. The focus on well‑being underpins daily learning and relationships across the school community.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English language instruction is exclusively led by a native English‑speaking teacher. Other subjects are shared in both French and English, creating a dynamic, immersive bilingual learning experience that nurtures students' bilingual proficiency and intellectual growth.

Mental Wellbeing
Well‑being is prioritized for students and staff, with a caring, supportive atmosphere and an emphasis on personal development. Teaching staff are trained in Positive Discipline to reinforce respectful relationships and emotional safety. The bilingual immersion model supports confidence and communication, contributing to a sense of security and belonging. Engaging activities such as the FabLab and Engineering for Kids provide purposeful, hands‑on learning that supports positive engagement and mental wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
Le Petit Cours du Rocher was founded in 1953 by Françoise Thézard as a bilingual nursery in the heart of Paris' 8th arrondissement. It offers a bilingual immersion curriculum with 50% French and 50% English taught by native teachers. Small class sizes have been kept to 20 students per class since 1953 to foster personalized attention and well-being. In 2002, Clémence Caux became director and introduced Positive Discipline and a strengthened immersive bilingual program. In 2019, Stéphane Lebrati became president and the Faubourg Saint-Honoré primary cycle opened at 230 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, with the school becoming the first in France to integrate a FabLab for kindergarten–primary STEM education.

Community
The school is independent, secular, and intimate, offering bilingual immersion (50/50) and a curriculum that blends the French Education Nationale with the British Curriculum. Class sizes are limited to 20 students per class, enabling personalized attention and a strong emphasis on well-being from both students and teachers. The teaching staff is experienced, caring, and international, and a Fab Lab provides unique STEM activities for aspiring engineers aged four and up. The community welcomes families from 26 different nationalities, creating a vibrant, multicultural environment.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is a private, traditional bilingual French-English preschool, nursery and primary school in Paris, founded in 1953. Instruction is 50% in French and 50% in English by native teachers. The pedagogical project emphasizes the well-being of children and teachers and includes festive celebrations. Opening hours are from 8:30 am to 5:45 pm.

Academic Facilities
The school provides bilingual immersion education in French and English on a 50/50 basis. The curriculum combines the objectives of the French Education Nationale and the British Curriculum. Native English-speaking teachers teach English, and French instruction is led by a dedicated French teacher. Teaching staff are trained in Positive Discipline. Mathematics uses the Singapore Math Method from preschool through CM2, with concepts introduced in the morning and revisited in the afternoon in the other language. Engineering is supported by an on-site FabLab offering Engineering for Kids activities.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Coding courses start from Year 1. The on-site FabLab offers Engineering for Kids activities. After-school options include Wednesday Club and Summer Camp.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Daily bilingual instruction in French and English starts from age two. Class sizes are limited to 20 students per level, with two native teachers per class (one francophone, one anglophone). The program blends the objectives of the Education Nationale with the British Curriculum to support excellence and prepares students to enter secondary education in France or abroad at CM2.

Arts & Creative
Weekly sports and artistic activities are part of the program. Coding begins in CP, and a FabLab supports the Engineering for Kids initiative starting from age four. The school emphasizes creativity through hands-on projects and performances.

Cultural & Language
Bilingual immersion is 50/50 in French and English. The curriculum blends Education Nationale goals with the British Curriculum. Native English-speaking teachers support language development.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular options include Engineering for Kids, Summer Camp, and the Wednesday Club. These activities complement the academic program and encourage collaboration. The school fosters a family-like atmosphere with balanced routines.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Child well-being is a central focus, and the well-being of teachers is also prioritized. The environment blends tradition and innovation in a family-sized school. Hours are from 8:30 to 17:45.
Languages

Language Provision
French and English are taught. The program is bilingual with a 50/50 split between the two languages.

Bilingual Teaching
Bilingual immersion education in French and English on a 50/50 basis. The school uses native English-speaking teachers. The program serves preschool (2–3 years), nursery (3–6 years), and primary (6–11 years).

Immersion Programs
French-English immersion education on a 50/50 basis with native English-speaking teachers. The program covers preschool, nursery, and primary levels.
Admissions

Admissions
The school welcomes children of all levels of bilingualism, subject to availability of places. The admission process consists of three steps: 1 – Apply Online; 2 – Interview; 3 – Notification. After receiving the completed pre-registration file, the school promptly contacts families to schedule an interview at the school. Both parents and the child must attend the interview, and for non-residents the interview may be conducted via video conference. Admissions open in October for the following September intake, and remain open throughout the year for bilingual pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and primary classes. Places may become available throughout the year as expatriate families relocate overseas. Priority is given to siblings of current students, as well as children and grandchildren of alumni. If coming from abroad, check the Class Equivalence Table. The school has two campuses in Paris: Rue du Rocher and Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The International Class Equivalence Table provides mappings between cycles and birth years to English, American, and French equivalents for the school year 2023-2024, including the following examples: Maternelle 2021 corresponds to Nursery (English) / Très Petite Section (French); 2020 corresponds to Nursery (English) / Petite Section (French); 2019 corresponds to Reception (English) / Pre-K (American) / Moyenne Section (French); 2018 corresponds to Year 1 (English) / Kindergarten (American) / Grande Section (French); 2017 corresponds to Year 2 / 1st Grade / Cours Préparatoire; 2016 corresponds to Year 3 / 2nd Grade / Cours Elémentaire; 2015 corresponds to Year 4 / 3rd Grade / Cours Elémentaire; 2014 corresponds to Year 5 / 4th Grade / Cours Moyen; 2013 corresponds to Year 6 / 5th Grade / Cours Moyen.
School Events
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